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*BS*Dover Athletic recorded an emphatic victory over Kent rivals Dartford at Crabble in the Vanarama Conference as they stretched their unbeaten league run to 12 games.*BF*

Tom Murphy bagged a brace while Nicky Deverdics, Richard Orlu, Liam Bellamy and Barry Cogan also got on the scoresheet as Whites hit six at Crabble for the first time since a 6-3 win against Farnborough in 2010.

Deverdics’ header crossed the line but Dartford found themselves on equal terms as Harry Crawford’s equaliser cancelled Deverdics’ opener, before Orlu’s thumping header restored Dover’s lead on the stroke of half time.

Whites breezed past a poor Darts side in the second half as Murphy’s wonderful curling effort was followed by Bellamy’s first goal of the season just two minutes later.

Cogan confidently converted a penalty for his second goal in four games before Murphy finished the scoring for Whites as Chris Kinnear’s side moved closer to the play-offs.

*Lpic1**BS*OTHER VANARAMA CONFERENCE RESULTS*BF*
Grimsby Town 3-1 Barnet
Altrincham 2-1 Torquay United
Braintree Town 1-2 Forest Green Rovers
FC Halifax Town P-P Eastleigh
Kidderminster Harriers 0-2 Macclesfield Town
Lincoln City 3-0 Aldershot Town
Nuneaton Town 0-2 Gateshead
Southport 0-0 Chester
Welling United 2-3 Alfreton Town
Woking 0-0 Bristol Rovers
Wrexham 0-4 AFC Telford United

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*BS*Dover Athletic look to climb further up the Vanarama Conference as they welcome Kent rivals Dartford to Crabble on Saturday.*BF*

Whites progressed to the last 16 of the FA Trophy after a 0-1 win at Havant and Waterlooville last Saturday courtesy of Ricky Modeste’s first goal of the season.

Chris Kinnear’s side will now travel to Woking after they beat Oxford City 2-1 in a replay on Tuesday night, with just three more rounds until the final that will be played at Wembley stadium.

Dover and Dartford last met on September 16 where the Darts won 2-1 despite Whites taking the lead and dominating the majority of the game, as well as missing a stoppage time penalty.

Three points on Saturday could see Whites climb as a high as 10th position, while a victory for the visitors will give them a much needed three points and confidence boost.

*Lpic1**BS*TEAM NEWS FOR DOVER*BF*
Goalkeeper Mitch Walker, who had to be substituted after picking up a hand injury the last time the two teams met, has recently recovered from that injury which left him on the sidelines for almost four months. He was on the bench against Havant therefore Andrew Rafferty is expected to start between the sticks.

Winger Ricky Modeste will be pushing for a start after coming off the bench to score the crucial goal in Dover’s last game.

Chris Kinnear junior is also close to a return from an injury and maybe fit for Saturday.

*BS*TEAM NEWS FOR DARTFORD*BF*
Dartford made two changes from the side that played Burgess Hill in the FA Trophy last Saturday. Danny Harris and Nathan Green started while Tom Bradbook and Peter Sweeney dropped to the bench.

Nathan Green was recently bought on a free transfer from Dagenham & Redbridge.

He has made three appearances since signing out of a possible three and is expected to play on Saturday.

Goalkepper Deren Ibrahim is expected to start in goal for the Darts against Dover.

Versatile player Lee Burns captained the Darts in their last game due to the absence of club captain and top scorer Elliot Bradbook. Bradbook has scored seven goals in the league this season but is a major doubt for the Dover game.

*BS*OPPOSITION FORM*BF*
Dartford progressed to the last 16 of the FA Trophy with a 1-2 victory against Ryman South side Burgess Hill Town.

On Tuesday night, the Darts slumped to a fourth straight league defeat after losing 1-2 to nine-man Halifax Town.

Dartford took the league through Harry Crawford but Halifax equalised before half time as well as seeing Lois Maynard get a red card before the break. Shaymen forward Scott Boden then scored a second half penalty, before James Bolton then saw a red card for serious foul play but Halifax held on to pick up the win.

The Darts have only won one league match in their last 10 games and have conceded 20 goals in the process.

They also haven’t kept a clean sheet in the league since August 23, which was a goalless draw against Torquay. Dartford have only kept two clean sheets in all competitions all season.

Only Nuneaton (26) have scored less league goals in the league than the visitors to Crabble on Saturday.

*Lpic2**BS*MATCH INFORMATION*BF*
A home win on Saturday will be Dover’s first league victory against Dartford since winning 4-2 in December 2008.

However Whites did record a 3-2 win in November 2009 in the FA Trophy.

Dartford are currently playing in their third consecutive season in the Conference after they achieved promotion via the Conference south play-offs in 2012 defeating Welling United 1-0 in the final.

However last season, the Darts were one of two teams given a reprieve as Hereford United and Salisbury City were demoted following financial troubles which enabled Dartford another stab at the Conference.

Admission for Saturday’s game is £15 for adults, £12 for over 60’s, £6 for under 18’s with under 11’s going for free with a paying adult.

For fans who cannot get to Crabble for the Kent derby on Saturday, please follow @DAFCLiveText on twitter for live updates.

*BS*OTHER VANARAMA CONFERENCE FIXTURES*BF*
Grimsby Town v Barnet – *IS*live on BT Sport, 12:45 kick off*IF*
Altrincham v Torquay United
Braintree Town v Forest Green Rovers
FC Halifax Town v Eastleigh
Kidderminster Harriers v Macclesfield Town
Lincoln City v Aldershot Town
Nuneaton Town v Gateshead
Southport v Chester
Welling United v Alfreton Town
Woking v Bristol Rovers
Wrexham v AFC Telford United

*BS*Dover Athletic look to climb further up the Vanarama Conference as they welcome Kent rivals Dartford to Crabble on Saturday.*BF*

Whites progressed to the last 16 of the FA Trophy after a 0-1 win at Havant and Waterlooville last Saturday courtesy of Ricky Modeste’s first goal of the season.

Chris Kinnear’s side will now travel to Woking after they beat Oxford City 2-1 in a replay on Tuesday night, with just three more rounds until the final that will be played at Wembley stadium.

Dover and Dartford last met on September 16 where the Darts won 2-1 despite Whites taking the lead and dominating the majority of the game, as well as missing a stoppage time penalty.

Three points on Saturday could see Whites climb as a high as 10th position, while a victory for the visitors will give them a much needed three points and confidence boost.

*Lpic1**BS*TEAM NEWS FOR DOVER*BF*
Goalkeeper Mitch Walker, who had to be substituted after picking up a hand injury the last time the two teams met, has recently recovered from that injury which left him on the sidelines for almost four months. He was on the bench against Havant therefore Andrew Rafferty is expected to start between the sticks.

Winger Ricky Modeste will be pushing for a start after coming off the bench to score the crucial goal in Dover’s last game.

Chris Kinnear junior is also close to a return from an injury and maybe fit for Saturday.

*BS*TEAM NEWS FOR DARTFORD*BF*
Dartford made two changes from the side that played Burgess Hill in the FA Trophy last Saturday. Danny Harris and Nathan Green started while Tom Bradbook and Peter Sweeney dropped to the bench.

Nathan Green was recently bought on a free transfer from Dagenham & Redbridge.

He has made three appearances since signing out of a possible three and is expected to play on Saturday.

Goalkepper Deren Ibrahim is expected to start in goal for the Darts against Dover.

Versatile player Lee Burns captained the Darts in their last game due to the absence of club captain and top scorer Elliot Bradbook. Bradbook has scored seven goals in the league this season but is a major doubt for the Dover game.

*BS*OPPOSITION FORM*BF*
Dartford progressed to the last 16 of the FA Trophy with a 1-2 victory against Ryman South side Burgess Hill Town.

On Tuesday night, the Darts slumped to a fourth straight league defeat after losing 1-2 to nine-man Halifax Town.

Dartford took the league through Harry Crawford but Halifax equalised before half time as well as seeing Lois Maynard get a red card before the break. Shaymen forward Scott Boden then scored a second half penalty, before James Bolton then saw a red card for serious foul play but Halifax held on to pick up the win.

The Darts have only won one league match in their last 10 games and have conceded 20 goals in the process.

They also haven’t kept a clean sheet in the league since August 23, which was a goalless draw against Torquay. Dartford have only kept two clean sheets in all competitions all season.

Only Nuneaton (26) have scored less league goals in the league than the visitors to Crabble on Saturday.

*Lpic2**BS*MATCH INFORMATION*BF*
A home win on Saturday will be Dover’s first league victory against Dartford since winning 4-2 in December 2008.

However Whites did record a 3-2 win in November 2009 in the FA Trophy.

Dartford are currently playing in their third consecutive season in the Conference after they achieved promotion via the Conference south play-offs in 2012 defeating Welling United 1-0 in the final.

However last season, the Darts were one of two teams given a reprieve as Hereford United and Salisbury City were demoted following financial troubles which enabled Dartford another stab at the Conference.

Admission for Saturday’s game is £15 for adults, £12 for over 60’s, £6 for under 18’s with under 11’s going for free with a paying adult.

For fans who cannot get to Crabble for the Kent derby on Saturday, please follow @DAFCLiveText on twitter for live updates.

*BS*OTHER VANARAMA CONFERENCE FIXTURES*BF*
Grimsby Town v Barnet – *IS*live on BT Sport, 12:45 kick off*IF*
Altrincham v Torquay United
Braintree Town v Forest Green Rovers
FC Halifax Town v Eastleigh
Kidderminster Harriers v Macclesfield Town
Lincoln City v Aldershot Town
Nuneaton Town v Gateshead
Southport v Chester
Welling United v Alfreton Town
Woking v Bristol Rovers
Wrexham v AFC Telford United

*BS*Dover Athletic are pleased to announce the signing of midfield duo Solomon Taiwo and Adam Mekki. Taiwo joins on a permanent basis following a loan spell at the club earlier in the season, whilst Mekki was a free agent after leaving Barnet earlier this month.*BF*

Chris Kinnear has moved swiftly to strengthen his squad with the signing of Solomon Taiwo and Adam Mekki.

Taiwo, 29, initially joined the club on loan in September 2014 and made 19 appearances for Whites, before returning to League Two side Luton Town. His tough style of play made him an instant fans favourite and adds options to Chris Kinnear’s midfield.

Mekki, 23, joins after leaving Vanarama Conference leaders Barnet earlier on this month after seeking first-team football. Mekki, a winger, was named as a standby player for the Wales under-21 squad in August 2012 and spent five years at Aldershot Town between 2009 and 2014, making 100 appearances and scoring scoring six goals.

After loan spells at Oxford City, Carshalton Athletic, Dorchester Town and Basingstoke Town, Mekki joined Barnet in August 2014 but left in order to find first-team football.

We would like to welcome Adam to the club, and of course welcome Solomon back to Crabble where he played an instrumental part during his previous spell at the club.

Both players have signed deals until the end of the season, with a view to extending them both until the end of next season.

*BS*The club can announce that Tom Bonner has rejected offers to stay at Crabble past his loan spell, instead opting to sign for Vanarama Conference South side Ebbsfleet United.*BF*

The 26-year-old joined Whites on-loan from Cambridge United in August, and made 29 appearances in his time with the club – scoring one goal in the process.

With the central defender’s loan set to expire after this Saturday’s league fixture against Dartford, the club put an offer on the table to sign him on a permanent deal – but Bonner has chosen to drop down to play for Kent rivals Ebbsfleet.

We wish Tom the best of luck at his new club and thank him for his efforts whilst with us.

*BS*Dover Athletic are pleased to announce the signing of midfield duo Solomon Taiwo and Adam Mekki. Taiwo joins on a permanent basis following a loan spell at the club earlier in the season, whilst Mekki was a free agent after leaving Barnet earlier this month.*BF*

Chris Kinnear has moved swiftly to strengthen his squad with the signing of Solomon Taiwo and Adam Mekki.

Taiwo, 29, initially joined the club on loan in September 2014 and made 19 appearances for Whites, before returning to League Two side Luton Town. His tough style of play made him an instant fans favourite and adds options to Chris Kinnear’s midfield.

Mekki, 23, joins after leaving Vanarama Conference leaders Barnet earlier on this month after seeking first-team football. Mekki, a winger, was named as a standby player for the Wales under-21 squad in August 2012 and spent five years at Aldershot Town between 2009 and 2014, making 100 appearances and scoring scoring six goals.

After loan spells at Oxford City, Carshalton Athletic, Dorchester Town and Basingstoke Town, Mekki joined Barnet in August 2014 but left in order to find first-team football.

We would like to welcome Adam to the club, and of course welcome Solomon back to Crabble where he played an instrumental part during his previous spell at the club.

Both players have signed deals until the end of the season, with a view to extending them both until the end of next season.

*BS*The club can announce that Tom Bonner has rejected offers to stay at Crabble past his loan spell, instead opting to sign for Vanarama Conference South side Ebbsfleet United.*BF*

The 26-year-old joined Whites on-loan from Cambridge United in August, and made 29 appearances in his time with the club – scoring one goal in the process.

With the central defender’s loan set to expire after this Saturday’s league fixture against Dartford, the club put an offer on the table to sign him on a permanent deal – but Bonner has chosen to drop down to play for Kent rivals Ebbsfleet.

We wish Tom the best of luck at his new club and thank him for his efforts whilst with us.

*BS*Book your seat on the Supporters Club coach to Havant for the Third Round of the FA Trophy on Saturday 24th January 2015.

Adults Members £15
Adult Non Members £20

Accompanied Child (under 16) £10

DASC Lotto Winner Nathan Charlton

Departs Crabble @ 11:30AM*BF*

All coaches are covered by insurance, if the game gets called off you get a refund.
(Supporters Club Members only)
*BS*Our Insurance is valid for League games only*BF*

*BS*Please call or text Andy on 07934300335*BF*

*BS*Andy will be in the Centre Spot before & after every home game*BF*

*BS*Please book early so we know what size of coach to book as the larger one if needed may not be available later in the week*BF*

*BS*RULES FOR THE COACH TRAVEL*BF*

*IS*All vehicles are NON SMOKING
No alcohol will be permitted on our vehicles at any time (which means not just drinking alcohol but also taking it on the coach).
Any damage caused will be charged to the Supporters Club.
Any abnormal or excessive cleaning will result in a £50 fine payable by the Supporters Club.
No excessively rowdy behavior will be tolerated.

The Coach company runs a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY if any of the above restrictions are breached and any individual found to be flaunting the rules, they will be removed from the coach immediately, irrespective of the location of the vehicle.

It is obviously in everyone’s interest and to encourage people who are understandably wary about using the coach, that behavior is kept within the bounds of common sense.

Supporters Coaches are operated by the Dover Athletic Supporters’ Club and are in no way organised by or the responsibility of Dover Athletic F.C.*IF